Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #17V287000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V287000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2016-2017 cc vehicles Includes 23 affected units, Incorrect Head Restraints Installed/FMVSS 202a, component: SEATS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2016-2017 cc vehicles

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2017 cc vehicles. incorrect front seat head restraints (rests) may have been installed, possibly resulting in the seat occupant's head being inadequately restrained in the event of a crash. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 202a, "head restraints."

Corrective Action

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat head restraints, free of charge. the recall began june 26, 2017. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 72g5.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V287000

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2017-04-28T00:00:00

Subject: Incorrect head restraints installed/fmvss 202a

Component: Seats

Potentially Affected Units: 23

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 72G5

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2017 cc vehicles. incorrect front seat head restraints (rests) may have been installed, possibly resulting in the seat occupant's head being inadequately restrained in the event of a crash. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 202a, "head restraints."

Consequence Summary: If the seat occupant's head is inadequately restrained in the event of a crash, they have an increased risk of injury.

Corrective Action: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat head restraints, free of charge. the recall began june 26, 2017. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 72g5.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 69.57

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SID: row-3txx~59s8-6t9t

NHTSA ID: 17V287000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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